However, there's an important group they didn't mention who are strongly in support of the recently finalized rules and will see huge benefits: small business owners.

Small Business Majority recently released opinion polling that found 77 percent of Michigan small business owners support the 54.5 mpg standard. In fact, 57 percent of these entrepreneurs even said they would be willing to switch to hybrid or electric vehicles. These figures aren’t surprising considering Michigan entrepreneurs said one of their biggest problems is the rising cost of doing business, such as fuel and electricity costs.

Small businesses understand that being more energy efficient will save them money, which they can use to hire and grow. As Michigan's primary job creators, if small business owners support this new standard, it's something we should all get behind.